This bill officially designates a specific stretch of State-Aid Highway 96 in Ramsey County as the "Master Sergeant Nicole Amor Memorial Highway." The legislation covers the road segment between U.S. Highway 61 and Interstate 35E to honor Master Sergeant Nicole Amor. It also establishes rules requiring road authorities to install and maintain commemorative signs for such memorials, provided that nonpublic funding covers the costs. If the necessary funds are not available, the bill allows for the removal of the sign after a reasonable effort to secure financing has been made.
This bill requires the Governor of Minnesota to deliver a State of the State address to the legislature within 30 days after the regular legislative session begins each year. The law applies to the Governor and sets a specific deadline for presenting this annual message to lawmakers. By establishing this timeline, the bill ensures the address occurs early in the legislative session, allowing legislators to consider the Governor's priorities without delay. The change is codified in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 4, and does not alter the content or format of the address itself.
This bill prohibits food manufacturers and distributors in Minnesota from intentionally adding ortho-phthalates to any part of food packaging, such as inks, coatings, or plasticizers. The law defines "food manufacturer" to include importers and first domestic distributors for products without a U.S. presence, while "packaging component" covers various parts like closures and labels used in commercial food service. Enforcement is assigned to the Pollution Control Agency, which must work with the health and commerce commissioners, and companies may be required to provide relevant compliance information. The ban applies to all packaged foods sold or distributed in the state and will take effect one year after the legislation is finalized.
This bill clarifies that the Minnesota Competency Attainment Board is a public employer, which extends certain labor rights and negotiation rules to its staff. It establishes specific procedures for the board to negotiate with employee representatives, requiring the program administrator to lead these discussions while excluding managers and supervisors from the bargaining unit. The legislation also mandates that the board provide enough forensic navigator services to meet the needs of adult defendants found incompetent to stand trial, provided resources allow. Additionally, the bill updates the board's membership requirements to ensure geographic diversity and includes provisions granting immunity from civil liability for the board and its members.
This bill allocates $1.1 million from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to support the maintenance of a digital mapping system for school facilities. The money is designated for grants to regional emergency communications boards, which are responsible for keeping the statewide geographic information system operational. This one-time appropriation ensures that the system, established under previous legislation, continues to function properly for emergency response purposes. The funds are managed by the commissioner of public safety and remain available until they are fully spent.
This bill repeals previous tax exemptions that allowed certain preferred seats and amenities at athletic events to be sold without sales tax. It also provides funding for safe harbor shelter and housing grants to support individuals experiencing homelessness. By removing the exemptions, the legislation ensures that these specific stadium seats and related amenities are now subject to standard sales tax like other retail items. The funding provision aims to allocate state money directly to organizations assisting with shelter and housing needs.
This bill establishes an interstate licensure compact for athletic trainers, allowing those licensed in one participating state to practice in others without obtaining separate licenses. It creates a central commission to manage the program and maintain a shared database of licensee information, including exam results and disciplinary actions. To qualify for this cross-state practice privilege, athletic trainers must hold an active, unrestricted license in their home state and meet specific standards regarding criminal background checks and continuing education. The legislation defines key terms such as adverse actions and alternative programs to ensure consistent regulation across all member states.
This bill establishes a new mandatory health insurance pool specifically for school employees in Minnesota, requiring certain school districts and charter schools to participate. It creates a Labor Management Committee composed of representatives from various teacher and administrator unions to oversee the program, approve changes to cost-sharing plans, and study issues like benefits and cost efficiency. The legislation also defines key terms such as "school employer" and "retired school employee" to clarify who is covered under the new system. Additionally, the bill provides funding and grants the state commissioner authority to manage the program's administration and offer specific coverage options.
This bill modifies how the St. Paul local sales tax revenues can be spent, directing funds specifically toward street and bridge improvements as well as park and recreation facilities. It requires the city to pass a resolution by August 31 to authorize using tax money for park projects, or the funds cannot be used for that purpose. The changes apply retroactively to May 24, 2023, allowing the city to use the tax revenue for these designated projects without needing new voter approval.
This bill proposes adding a new section to the Minnesota Constitution to state that a preborn child has a right to life. It defines a preborn child as a living human fetus from fertilization until live birth. The amendment includes specific exceptions to allow medical treatment for the pregnant individual and the removal of nonviable or deceased preborn children. If passed by the legislature, the measure would be placed on the 2026 general election ballot for voters to decide.
This bill would withhold state affordable housing aid from Minnesota cities that stop new residential construction through moratoriums. Under the proposed rules, the state would cease payments to a city in the year following the adoption of such a ban and only resume funding once the moratorium ends or is officially lifted. Any funds withheld during the ban period would be redirected to the counties containing the affected city. The measure applies to cities classified as tier I and would take effect for aid payments beginning in 2027.
This bill authorizes the state to issue up to $3.5 million in bonds to fund safety improvements on Marked Trunk Highway 41 within the city of Chanhassen. The funds will be used for planning, engineering, land acquisition, and construction projects, which may include installing roundabouts between Highway 7 and Highway 5. The money is designated as a grant to the city of Chanhassen, and the state will handle the sale and issuance of the bonds according to existing laws. The legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage by the legislature.
